While Gandalf might have had great advice for an adventurous life, investing was not the most developed concept in Middle Earth. Lucky for you, we have compiled a list of the best apps for investing-on-the-go. If you’re just starting out and want to get your feet wet without committing a large sum of money the a volatile stock market, these apps are the best places to look. 1. Acorns (Website) Acorns is a “micro-investing” app that works with your spare change....

The one downside is the installation process. Because a smart home is made of so many different parts, it can be hard to figure out exactly what devices work with others and what you should start with. To help expedite this process and let you drive head-first into smart home tech, we’ve put together the Smart Home Starter Kit to help you decide exactly what type of device is right for you....

However, many homeowners will buy smart devices and leave it at that – failing to take advantage of their technology’s true potential. Where smart devices truly shine is when they work together. Stringify is a conditional trigger system that can connect devices and actions together. You’ll specify a trigger, and then an action that will take place when that event occurs. The service refers to these pairing as Flows, since one action flows into another....

One of the most exciting updates that Discord brought in 2020 was the sharing of emotes. Custom, shared, or new- users can now have access to all their favorite Twitch emotes in the Discord servers well. How? It’s an extremely simple task for the users. Streamers can enjoy this feature after a few simple steps too. Here’s a simple and quick How-To Guide for using Twitch Emotes on Discord, for viewers and streamers both!...

It’s for all of these reasons and more that nailing your home theater setup is so important. With the right combination of smart accessories, you can create a smart home theater system that will put any $12-per-ticket night out to shame – and still get popcorn with it, too. The Projector, Or How To Stop Worrying & Love The Film Your first thought for a home theater might be to invest in a large-screen television, and while that’s fine for smaller rooms, this is about the ultimate smart home theater....

At TechNewsToday, we strive to deliver proper guidance and counsel to our readers. This review focuses on affordable ones, helping you make the right decision when buying one. It is true that having a top-quality computer case can significantly improve your gaming experience. Now, let’s take a look at 10 of the most attractive and practical budget computer cases available on the market. Best Budget PC Cases 2022 FSP ATX Mid Tower PC The first one in our comprehensive list comes from FSP and it is a superb gaming case suitable for those who love cool lighting options....

But what if your Warzome Game Chat is not working? The lack of communication is problematic. The issue is frustrating enough to ruin the experience altogether, but it should not happen often. In essence, you can fix it with updates and proper settings. So, it’s nothing to worry about, as you won’t need complex solutions. We’re ensuring you return to the battle royale with your voice chat as your primary backup....

You may have noticed some buzz on social media and in technology circles about the Steam Deck being a so-called “Switch killer,” but is the Steam Deck comparable to the Nintendo Switch? How are they different? Why Are We Comparing the Steam Deck and Switch? It’s not hard to see why these two devices are in the same discussion. There are strong areas of overlap: Both devices have a similar physical layout....

If you like watching movies on your computer and you have a high-end monitor, then it might be worth the extra cost. However, most people spend money on more expensive HDTVs and therefore most Blu-ray discs you’ll buy today are for movies. Most Blu-ray players are stand-alone devices or they are bundled with gaming consoles. In this article, I’ll talk about the different Blu-ray formats and some of their technical specs....

On a lot of devices, performing a firmware update is as simple as using a utility program and pressing the Upgrade Software button. But if this process is so simple, why are there so many warnings and disclaimers regarding firmware updates? In this article, we will drill down all your concerns. Whether you should update the firmware or not, and if you do then, how to update it. What is Firmware?...

If you’re looking to find diamonds, slimes, and bees in Minecraft, this article is your best friend. Where To Find Diamonds In Minecraft Diamonds are used to craft diamond swords, armor and diamond tools. There are certain resources (like Obsidian) that can only be harvested with a diamond or stronger pickaxe. Here’s what you need to know about diamonds in Minecraft: Diamond’s are most often found between levels 5 and 16, but anecdotally players report that level 12 is the best location for finding diamonds....

The following guide will focus on solutions for the above causes. Replace the Power Cable Disconnect Additional Connected USB Devices Connect USB Cable Directly to the Power Supply However, as soon as the developer is aware of bugs in the software, they will roll the changes back or implement quick fixes before rolling out an emergency update. However, if your device has updates waiting to be installed, the option will read Install Updates....

To quote Microsoft, “Service Host (svchost.exe) is a shared-service process that serves as a shell for loading services from DLL files.” As you may now see, the svchost.exe high CPU usage issue is actually an issue with a specific service (ex. Windows Update – wuauserv) rather than Service Host itself. And as for how to fix this issue, the exact solution will depend on what service is causing the high CPU usage in the first place and why....

In the day and age when we expect our instant messaging with our family and friends to be “instant,” this is a problem. That said, there are many reasons why Facebook messages aren’t delivered, so read on to find out what’s causing the issue and what you can do to fix it. Why Is My Message Not Delivered? Before we list all the reasons why a message was sent but not delivered, let’s ensure you understand the message statuses and symbols used by the Facebook messaging app to indicate them....

So, without further ado, let’s jump into the ways you can fix a failed Google Chrome update error. Why Can’t I Update Google Chrome? Alternatively, you might also see a specific reason if you visit the About Chrome page. Your Chrome isn’t compatible with your OS. The internet connection is weak. Suspicious programs in your PC Bugs and potential viruses Corrupted files Faulty browser extensions Misconfiguration of Google Update Service...

Chrome slows down for any number of reasons. Your Internet speed could be slower than usual, or there might be geographic barriers preventing you from getting a solid signal. That’s one common cause of slow speeds. Why is Chrome So Slow? Most people who experience significant problems with Chrome’s speed are on a computer. However, it’s not out of the realm of possibility that a mobile user might need to make a few changes to speed up Chrome as well....

Well, Google Chrome could be performing slowly due to multiple reasons. The first thing to do is check if your internet is connected. Without a stable connection, your browser can’t function the way it should. Moreover, your PC could be slow, negatively affecting the browser’s speed. Here, we will explore some useful techniques to help you fix the input lag and slow performance in Google Chrome. How Do I Fix Lagging in Google Chrome?...

Why is my computer stuttering? There are several reasons your computer might be stuttering. Outdated drivers Bad hardware Outdated hardware Application settings Internet speeds Program loads Temperature That might seem like a lot to tackle, but the fixes are quick and straightforward. So have no fear — you’ll track down the cause of your computer stuttering and have things running smoothly in no time. How do I find the cause of my computer stuttering?...

Sometimes, you see an exclamation sign on the WiFi symbol. This clearly indicates that your device is not connected to the internet. Indeed, there are many reasons why your phone is connected to Wifi without internet. Here, we will explore the common causes and simple fixes to this issue. Why My Phone Is Connected to Wifi But No Internet? You may face internet connectivity problems on your mobile despite having a WiFi connection wherever you go....

Unfortunately, this isn’t really a good thing. The reason being Microsoft. Up till now, Microsoft has been extending the deadline for when it would drop support for Windows XP, but now it seems they are really going to kill it off. On April 8th, 2014, Microsoft will stop supporting Windows XP completely. This is big news because it means in about 4 months, there will be millions of computers that are going to be vulnerable to hackers....